Adrenaline's West Coast Starz Decked Out in New Gear

The West Coast Starz A1 NSCLA teams for the ’15, ’16, and ’17 divisions will hit the East Coast for their annual fall trip this weekend to compete in Maryland’s premier invitational tournament, the Terrapin Classic. This highly selective tournament hosts only the top club teams in the nation, and while the schedule is laden with east coast powerhouses, West Coast Starz receives an exclusive invite to travel cross-country to play each year.

With games taking place on only six fields and 100+ recruiters in attendance, players will surely see an increase in recruiter communication post event. West Coast Starz teams will compete against the most elite club programs in the nation, facing longstanding rivals such as Leading Edge (NJ), Baltimore Crabs (MD), Dukes (PA), and Black Wolf (VA). Recruiter visibility at the Terrapin Classic has heavily contributed to a College Placement Success Rate (CPSR) of 99% for WCS A1 NSCLA players recruited to play NCAA lacrosse.

Each team will play a minimum of three games on Saturday and Sunday. WCS 2015 and WCS 2016 will play several repeat match ups from the NSCLA Championship Cup last June, including the much anticipated games between WCS 2016 vs. Baltimore Crabs 2016, and WCS 2015 vs. Leading Edge 2015. The NSCLA 2016 Division Championship between WCS and the Crabs resulted in a one-goal differential in double overtime in favor of WCS; WCS 2015 will seek revenge on the Leading Edge 2015 team as they lost by two in the NSCLA Division Championship. Given the innate “All Fight No Flight” mentality and pride that engrosses the WCS program, these teams will look to make a statement and prove they are the top talent in the West. Each WCS team will play the following teams over the course of the weekend (listed in order of scheduling):

The WCS 2015 and 2016 teams will feature a handful of committed players. Quinn Eissler (High Point), Jimmy Yanes (Hofstra), Garrett Bullett (Maryland), and Jonah Swigart (Syracuse) will lead the 2015 squad, and Beau Botiss (Cornell), Jarrett Jones (Georgetown), Cal Costa (Ohio State), and Christian Ford (Michigan) will control the 2016 team. WCS 2017 will be loaded with young, talented, next-level potential, highlighted by Jake Frane, Ryan Baker, Emmet Reilly and Matt Kilkeary in this group of newcomers. These players will receive the highest form of Adrenaline Treatment by receiving custom uniforms and an assortment of exclusive Adrenaline WCS soft goods. Players will sport custom West Coast Starz blue and yellow reversible jerseys with matching shorts with a paisley design, and matching custom Adrenaline WCS socks. Players will also receive a custom WCS sweatshirt, raglan tee, and hat. The signature WCS blue and yellow uniforms will once again have recruiters flocking to the sidelines, eager to see what the lone western program at the tournament has to offer. In addition to custom team apparel, the Adrenaline Design team has also come out with some newly released apparel for the Fall/Winter line, available online for pre-order today.

“We are excited to once again bring our top level teams back to the East Coast to play against some of the best clubs in the country at a small venue in front of over 100 recruiters. The Terrapin Classic really offers the best of both worlds, bringing together the best club teams in the country in a small intimate setting. Now-a-days tournaments on the east coast are rampant with too many teams and too spread out of a venue because the lacrosse market is so saturated,” explains Adrenaline Recruiting Director and WCS coach, Jono Zissi. With limited opportunity to travel East, Adrenaline ensures WCS teams attend the best tournaments possible. WCS teams take pride in their ability to stack up against the notorious “hot bed” squads. “In order to be the best you have to beat the best, and this trip gives our western kids the opportunity to beat the best,” adds Coach Zissi.

A slew of A-list coaches will accompany the WCS players, including a mix of LXM PRO and Adrenaline Athletes. Jono Zissi, Peter Baum, Kyle Harrison, Max Ritz, Xander Ritz, Erik Krum, Jimmy Borrell, Scott Hochstadt will make up the WCS- NSCLA coaching staff. “Our Adrenaline Starz crew does an amazing job organizing these teams. Our entire corporation from head to toe is behind these guys and looks to provide as much support that is at our disposal. Coach Zissi is a dedicated activist that leads the way for these players, and that makes us very proud. We will all be keeping a close eye on the progress of these guys,” says Alex Cade, President of Adrenaline.

To stay informed about how the WCS teams are performing this weekend, follow @WestCoastStarz and @AdrenalineLax on twitter to get live tournament updates. You can also find updates and pictures from the weekend on the Adrenaline Blog.

About AdrenalineAdrenaline is one of the most unique companies in all of sports due to its multi-faceted and authentic nature. Through cutting edge team, performance, and lifestyle apparel, Adrenaline represents the true core of lacrosse. Adrenaline dedicates much of its efforts towards enacting a positive social change by utilizing the power of sports in the Adrenaline Awareness program. Adrenaline also owns the LXM PRO tour and executes the top events programs in lacrosse with Training Programs, Recruiting Programs, Starz Clubs, Tournaments, Camps and Leagues. The Adrenaline Recruiting System features the #1 recruitment program in the nation, The Adrenaline Blackcard, and boasts the nation’s top Collegiate Placement Success Rate (CPSR). Adrenaline Starz is the largest Club network in the sport including the nationally top ranked Adrenaline West Coast Starz Teams. Adrenaline truly is All Fight No Flight. Visit our website at adrln.com or contact us at info@adrln.com.